Global scientists call on Indian agriculture minister to release Bt Brinjal for Indian farmers
17th February 2010Shri. Sharad PawarHonorable Minister of AgricultureGovernment of IndiaKrishi BhavanNew DelhiIndiaDear Shri Sharad Pawar Ji:We, the undersigned scientists from India and around the wo... continue reading »
"I support this petition"
"I support this petition"
"Sir, I request the release of Bt-Brinjal as we want it. Looking at the success of Bt- cotton i thought there would be no looking back in the agricultural field. But, the decision shocks me. As a scientist, we give in our time knowlegde and efforts for Ind"
"All Bt crops are going to be very useful to both farming community and consumers. This is the most eco-friendly and save us from harmful chemical contamination and save a lot of money to farmers. We need Bt crops."
"Bt is proved absolutely safe. Independant Govt. experts group can assess its safety on human and animal health and environment and allow for its commerical release."
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"Critical policy decisions should only be taken on the basis of scientific datas. Everyone has to update themselves with the new emerging technologies for the benefit & development of the society."
"Bt Brinjal is safe to consume and it is boon to farmers to increase there crop production in less inputs. I have strong request to anti Bt brinjal group or so called tests cautious groups please re visit the pesticide's ill effects. My personal opinion is"
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"We need to take care of Indian population than politics"
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"Bt technology there is no any hazzards on human beings.Bt technology in brinjal reduced the pesticides cost hence increse the profit of farmer"
"Bt brinjal release is definitly going to improve farmer's economic condition as well as serve as a 'Stepping Stone' in Indian Scientific technology."
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"Bt brinjal is safe for human consumption and is boon for the Indian farmers. It is far far better than consuming lots of pesticides."
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"Need to be give Permission for the same for betterment of farmer community"
"Professor, University of California San Diego"
"As Director of ABSPII, it was a great disappointment for me to see the objective, transparent and sound science-based decision made the GEAC be disregarded and turned into public/political mockery. This is a serious policy issue and I hope this situation "
"Bt. Brinjal technology is a boon for third world countries like India where production through conventional agricultural methods can not keep pace with the increasing population. Any technology is an advantage for mankind if used properly. Oppose for the "
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"it is the best one to consider for the future prospective of indian farmer and every indian"
"This technology must be approved, its beneficial for all including farmers. It'll help in preventing soil pollution from hazardous chemicals."
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"yes i agree ie Bt brinjal should be release for indian farmer"